INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
550679
MC Number
3004
Fleet Size
9
Total Drivers
9
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 9, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in INDEPENDENCE, Missouri, operating 9 power units with 9 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 2 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Missouri is 12.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 25,330 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
2
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 12, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC (USDOT #550679) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC's safety record?
INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC has 2 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC operate?
INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC operates 9 power units with 9 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC transport hazardous materials?
No. INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC located?
INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC is based in INDEPENDENCE, Missouri at 15707 E 24 HWY, 64050. Phone: (816) 796-9611.
What are INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC's out-of-service rates?
INDEPENDENCE SPECIALTY TOW INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 50.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.